H.R. No. 693



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, April 7, 2003, marks a memorable event in the lives 
of James and Maxine Marchbanks, as on that day this loving couple 
celebrate 53 years of marriage; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. and Mrs. Marchbanks were joined in matrimony on 
April 7, 1950, in Waxahachie, and their longtime union has been 
characterized by love, honesty, and mutual respect throughout the 
ensuing years; and
	WHEREAS, A dynamic gentleman of many talents and interests, 
Mr. Marchbanks has served in the United States Army, owned several 
businesses, purchased the Beaver Creek Ranch in Athens, and worked 
in the oil industry with his sons; throughout their 53 years of 
marriage, Mrs. Marchbanks has been a dedicated homemaker for her 
husband and children; and
	WHEREAS, This devoted couple have been blessed with four 
children, Karen Lynn, Phillip Mac, James William, Jr., and Fonny 
Mark, and nine grandchildren; Mr. and Mrs. Marchbanks look forward 
to any occasion that will bring their close-knit group together and 
their emphasis on the importance of family has undoubtedly 
contributed to the longevity and success of their marriage; and
	WHEREAS, For more than half a century, Mr. and Mrs. 
Marchbanks have enjoyed a strong and lasting union filled with many 
happy times and cherished family memories and their fruitful 
marriage will continue to grow with each passing year, enriching 
not only their own lives, but the lives of those around them; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby honor James and Maxine Marchbanks on the 
occasion of their 53rd wedding anniversary and extend to them 
sincere best wishes for future happiness; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Marchbanks as an expression of high regard 
by the Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                          Burnam


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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 693 was adopted by the House on April 
7, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House